2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FT61 HWD
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17/12/2011. Recorded mileage 181,438 miles. MOT valid until 05/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 181,438 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1598cc
FT61 HWD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 181,438 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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FT61 HWD Mileage History
- 19/06/2024166,932 mi
- 18/06/2025174,274 mi+7,342 mi
- 07/08/2025174,374 mi+100 mi
- 05/08/2026181,437 mi+7,063 mi
- 05/08/2026181,438 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,817 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FT61 HWD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Golf (FT61 HWD) between June 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))”.
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